Colombia has extensive laws prohibiting discrimination against sexual minority people. However, violence and discrimination toward sexual minorities are still frequent. While a growing body of research shows that sexual minority people experience elevated rates of discrimination and domestic abuse globally, little research has been conducted on these issues affecting sexual minorities in Colombia specifically. Using minority stress theory as a conceptual framework, this paper aims to fill this gap by examining the prevalence of experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV) and witnessed discrimination and the relationship of these stressors to self-reported health among a national sample of sexual minority Colombians. We found that bisexual individuals experienced higher rates of physical and sexual IPV, compared to lesbian and gay individuals. Additionally, sexual minority Colombians who experienced IPV and witnessed discrimination were more likely to report having poorer health, compared to those who had not. We discuss the implications of our findings for future research and clinicians working with sexual minority clients.

This qualitative study explores perspectives of community health workers (CHWs) on family functioning among Sri Lankan Tamil refugees in India. Focus groups with 18 CHWs explored the impact of transmigration stress on family dynamics and the mitigating role of CHWs. Thematic analysis revealed three themes: parenting/family practices, services for addressing family conflicts and challenges, and solutions to enhance family well-being. Findings highlight the importance of culturally responsive interventions, increased access to counselling services and building trust. This study contributes to limited research on psychosocial experiences of refugees during transmigration and emphasises targeted support to promote family functioning and overall well-being.